Help after birth

Specialized services available to families from the moment their child is born.

Giving breast milk

A mother who has an overproduction of milk can donate it. The milk is pasteurized and given to premature babies up to 32 weeks of age whose mothers are unable to breastfeed.

Donate cord blood

Allows a mother to donate blood taken from her child's umbilical cord after delivery. This blood helps people waiting for a stem cell transplant.

Blood screening in newborns

Blood screening in newborns

Integrated Perinatal and Early Childhood Services program

Services for new or future parents who are experiencing financial difficulties.

Vaccination for children

The risk of catching many diseases is very high in the first year of a child's life.

Newborn hearing screening

Deafness screening is offered free of charge to all newborns in Québec. Find out more about the screening process.

Last update: August 4, 2025